Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Storm Newton

The key to coping with a parent’s death may be how many siblings you have

Those with a greater number of siblings may find it easier to cope when a parent dies, a new study suggests.

Researchers in Finland observed a reduction in the purchase of medication for anxiety and depression among those with more brothers and sisters in the year preceding and following a parent's death.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.